1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 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 152 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1968 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1968 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 132 L |
