1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1602 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Abarth 1600 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Abarth Dodge
Model 1600 Ram
Year Released 1963 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 155 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 744 kg 2346 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 3569 mm


 

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