1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 840 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.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 1600 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
