1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 717 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2685 mm |