1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, both 1979 Autobianchi A 112 and 1979 Chrysler Newport were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Autobianchi A 112, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chrysler |
Model | A 112 | Newport |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 928 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3020 mm |