1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1055 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
