1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 595 | Dodge 3700 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
