1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 869 kg more than 1956 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 91 L |
