1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 666 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
