1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 933 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 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 | 636 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
