1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
