1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1000 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
