1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300. 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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1300 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3110 mm |
