1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 850 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
