1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1960 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1960 Abarth 700 and 1960 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
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. 1960 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1960 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
