1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1889 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Express |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 7439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 555 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |