1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 870 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1100 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |