1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
