1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 1300 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 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 | 636 kg | 1850 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 |