1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1972 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1972 Chrysler 160 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 1972 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1972 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1000 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
