1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 734 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault.
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. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Renault | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
