1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1485 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1300 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 7446 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 91 L |
