1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 984 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
