1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 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 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1566 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
