2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | E-150 | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |