1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
