1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 31 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2360 mm |
