1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1964 Abarth 700 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
