1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 401 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2400 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
