1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
