1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Centura is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
