1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 631 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 2200 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 8355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
