1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 895 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Nova |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |