1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 2140 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3505 mm |
