1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2008 Ford F-450

To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 46 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat Cabriolet 2008 Ford F-450
Make Fiat Ford
Model Cabriolet F-450
Year Released 1962 2008
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 881 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 6670 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2430 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 4390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 144 L


 

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