1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 1600 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
