1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | X1-9 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 144 L |
