1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2540 mm |
