1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Monomille | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 125 L |
