1971 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,409 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 189 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 128 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 128 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:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
