1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |
