1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1652 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 850 | Express |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |