1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Fellow | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3610 mm |
