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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 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 760 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 (544 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). 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 | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |