1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1960 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | DeVille |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |