1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1540 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2896 mm |
