1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 691 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 570 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
