1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 26 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Duna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
