1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 1300 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2950 mm |