1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 675 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Express |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |