1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
