1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1978 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
