1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 985 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
