1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1848 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 132 L |
