1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 705 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth Bialbero 2005 Ford Ranger
Make Abarth Ford
Model Bialbero Ranger
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 694 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1275 kg
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2990 mm


 

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