2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131.
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 F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-450 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2500 mm |
