2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia 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 213 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-350 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 42 L |
