1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1351 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3645 mm |
