1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1812 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
