1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 1300 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 6390 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
