1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
