1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Alpine V6
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 15 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 480 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Alpine V6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 1300 | V6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2350 mm |
