1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2011 Ford E-250 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. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 132 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 125 L |
