1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 893 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
