1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 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 287 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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 1957 Fiat 500. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 114 L |
