2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | F-150 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
