1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1726 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3645 mm |