1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 881 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | Corvette |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |