1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 45 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 420 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 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 115 L |
