1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 54 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 759 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | DART |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
