1963 Abarth 595 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595.
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 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 595 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |
