1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 584 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
