1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM 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 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2070 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 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1300 | LM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3010 mm |
