1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |