1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1976 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2200 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
