1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
