1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |
