1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 36 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 809 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 500 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |