1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
Model | Lancia 037 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |