1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1970 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 | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
