1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2790 mm |
