1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2310 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 144 L |