1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 980 kg more than 1960 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
