2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 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 181 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1974 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Seat 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:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | E-350 | 131 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |