1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Abarth Oldsmobile
Model 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano Toronado
Year Released 1960 1982
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 785 cc 4129 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 46 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 560 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 88 L


 

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