1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
