1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
