1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1145 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |
