1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2273 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
