1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2266 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.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
