1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 45 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 4390 mm |
