1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 790 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1000 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |