1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 48 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
