1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
