1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2013 Ford F-150

To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2013 Ford F-150
Make Fiat Ford
Model Cabriolet F-150
Year Released 1961 2013
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2534 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5888 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2464 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3683 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 136 L


 

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