1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 48 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 796 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 102 L |
