1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 35 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
