1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
