1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 825 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
