1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 528 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
