1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
