1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 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 154 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2026 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 144 L |
