1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1170 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2950 mm |
