1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 132 L |