1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 664 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | Coupe | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |