1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 756 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
Model | 1600 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |