1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1931 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |
