1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1578 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
