1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 975 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 1982 Fiat Abarth. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Abarth has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Abarth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Abarth | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
