1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700. 2007 Chrysler 300 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. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
