1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva

To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 24 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 680 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Abarth 1300 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
Make Abarth Oldsmobile
Model 1300 Achieva
Year Released 1967 1991
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 3133 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1750 mm