1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 935 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1999 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
