1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1181 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
