1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 49 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1230 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 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
