1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 906 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
