1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2930 mm |
