1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3200 mm |
