1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 11 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 1155 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1978 Buick Electra 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. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 1300 | Electra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5730 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3030 mm |