1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 414 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 2400 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |