1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 28 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1300 | 156 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |