1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
