1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1200 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |