1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
