1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1651 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.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
