1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 48 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 132 L |
