1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1984 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
