1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
