1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1309 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 129 L |
