1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 984 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.

Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 1960 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 750 2010 Ford Transit Connect
Make Abarth Ford
Model 750 Transit Connect
Year Released 1960 2010
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 58 L