1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 816 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |