1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 600 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |