1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 47 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3645 mm |
