1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 815 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
