1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1975 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
