1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1984 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Charger weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Charger, 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, 1984 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1984 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
