1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2006 Ford F-250

To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 115 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Cabriolet 2006 Ford F-250
Make Fiat Ford
Model Cabriolet F-250
Year Released 1965 2006
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 4198 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 103 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 6250 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 114 L


 

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