1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 869 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
