1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 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 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
