1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1427 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1992 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
