1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 761 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 750 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
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 | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1296 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 |