1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1998 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
