1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1015 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2800 mm |
