1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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.
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1960 Abarth 700 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 700 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |