1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
