1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 815 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
