1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 54 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1306 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2946 mm |
