1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 45 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 1002 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 2002 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3130 mm |
