1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 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 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 980 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 1300 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
