1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 930 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2930 mm |
