1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 707 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |