1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 15 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1066 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3020 mm |
