1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cabriolet | F-250 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 144 L |