1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1977 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 160 is newer by 16 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 1,638 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 490 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, 1977 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1977 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
