1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2163 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3580 mm |
