1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 879 kg more than 1969 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3030 mm |
