1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 39 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 336 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
