1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
