1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
