1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 502 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Express |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
