1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 33 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 853 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
