1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 33 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 920 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
