1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
