1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
