1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 822 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
