1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
