1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 860 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotec |
| Model | 1300 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
