1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 132 L |