1966 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, both 1966 Abarth 1300 and 1966 Oldsmobile Starfire were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1966 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1966 Abarth 1300 | 1966 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1300 | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3130 mm |
