1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 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), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 860 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1996 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. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 1300 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
