1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 874 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
