1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 995 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2000 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
