1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1269 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.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
