1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 42 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 310 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 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| 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 | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
