1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 17 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 735 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
