1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,638 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
