1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2392 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 595 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
