1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1982 Fiat Abarth
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1982 Fiat Abarth | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Nomad | Abarth |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |