1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 750 1990 Ford Aerostar
Make Abarth Ford
Model 750 Aerostar
Year Released 1960 1990
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 3973 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 80.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3030 mm


 

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