1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
