1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
