1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1957 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1957 Abarth 500 and 1957 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500.
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. 1957 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1957 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 500 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3210 mm |
