1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 144 L |
