1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1000 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |