1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1240 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. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari 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. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
