1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 48 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 3,522 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 750 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600.
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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Charger RT Concept |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
