1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2360 mm |
