1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 2400 | 300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |