1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
