1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1985 Toyota Soarer 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
