1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 843 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
