1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1000 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
