1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 910 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 600 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 7011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 69 L |