1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 761 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 1600 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
