1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 34 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |
