1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1857 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
