1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 936 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1300 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
