1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 700 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 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2740 mm |
