1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 929 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |