1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Lancia 037 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
