1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3970 mm |
