1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 114 L |
