1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 14 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 372 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1977 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
