1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 21 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 945 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 750 | Volare |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |