1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 629 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |