1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 207 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
