1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1981 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
