1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
