1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1156 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 8356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
