1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1980 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1980 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 750 | 160 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |