1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2005 Ford Econoline

To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 750 2005 Ford Econoline
Make Fiat Ford
Model 750 Econoline
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 746 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 2325 kg
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3510 mm


 

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