1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1859 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 132 L |
