1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 999 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 700 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |