1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2490 mm |
