1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 746 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1978 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
