1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1034 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2350 mm |
