1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 3510 mm |
