1953 Abarth 103 GT vs. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Abarth 103 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Abarth 103 GT would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1953 Abarth 103 GT has manual transmission. 1953 Abarth 103 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Abarth 103 GT | 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 103 GT | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |
