1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 850 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
