1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1755 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1000 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
