1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1744 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. 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-250 (388 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Mono 1000 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4605 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5390 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 |
