1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monotipo | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3080 mm |
