1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1819 kg more than 1967 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 1967 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 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 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:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |