1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 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 187 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 2023 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 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 | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
