1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
