1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 857 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
