1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 28 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 406 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 1600 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
