1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 905 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |