1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
