1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
