1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 18 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 940 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1988 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
