1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3010 mm |
