1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Pontiac Catalina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Pontiac Catalina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Autobianchi A 112, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Pontiac |
| Model | A 112 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3080 mm |
