1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 149 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 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:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 132 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3510 mm |