1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 820 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Abarth | Dodge |
Model | 750 | Dart |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |