1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |
