1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
