1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2560 mm |
