1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Monotipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Monotipo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 694 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Monotipo | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2911 mm |
