1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3030 mm |
