1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | Mono 1000 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |