1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2400 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
