1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 915 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |