1973 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi A 112 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Pontiac |
| Model | A 112 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
