1971 Fiat 130 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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 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 117 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 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 130 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
