1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1558 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
