1964 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 979 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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 (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 750 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |