1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 37 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 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
