1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1773 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
