1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1751 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
