1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 Dodge Polara
To start off, both 1961 Abarth 750 and 1961 Dodge Polara were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,907 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Dodge Polara (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Dodge Polara weights approximately 990 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1961 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Polara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5907 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
