1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1971 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3100 mm |
