1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 14 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 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 992 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.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5011 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
