1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1114 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
