1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1001 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Abarth | Dodge |
Model | 1600 | Viper |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 8357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |