1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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 Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
