1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 304 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700. 1979 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
