1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Buick Electra
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 1300 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 95 L |
