1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
