1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1956 Abarth 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
