1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 132 L |
