1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 617 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 500 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3530 mm |
