1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1749 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
