1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 960 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1981 Buick LeSabre 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. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 1300 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3790 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2950 mm |
