1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 605 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 960 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
