1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
