1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 825 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
