1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1120 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
