1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 132 L |
