1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Ford F-150

To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 55 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 585 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Fiat 1400 2006 Ford F-150
Make Fiat Ford
Model 1400 F-150
Year Released 1951 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1393 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 98 L


 

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