1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 551 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| 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 | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
