1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 910 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 500 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
