1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 144 L |
