1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1919 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 1300 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 136 L |