1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 818 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |