1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 39 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 132 L |
