1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-350 (621 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
