1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
