2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,408 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 172 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 34 L |
