1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1100 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
