1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3020 mm |
