1960 Abarth 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
