1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3490 mm |
