1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tracker

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 42 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000.

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, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 1000 2001 Chevrolet Tracker
Make Abarth Chevrolet
Model 1000 Tracker
Year Released 1959 2001
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2210 mm


 

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