1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2151 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3490 mm |
