1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 700 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
