1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 1098 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 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1300 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| 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 | 200 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 | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3210 mm |
