1966 Abarth 595 vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 810 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 595 | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 595 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |