1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 746 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
