1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1524 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
