1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 666 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3030 mm |
