1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 48 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 933 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 74 L |
