1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1725 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 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 136 L |
