1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Mirafiori | F-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3050 mm |