1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 27 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2210 mm |
