1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 884 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1300 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |