1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1638 kg more than 1960 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1000 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
