1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 32 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
