1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1994 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 35 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1285 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1994 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 500 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
