1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 88 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
