1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1969 Abarth 1300
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1969 Abarth 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2100 mm |
