1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133.
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 F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3967 mm |
