1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 30 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), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 910 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1300 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
