1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3610 mm |
