1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3510 mm |
