1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 750 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |