1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 2200 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
