1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |