1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 2200 | 1610 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |