2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133.
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 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-450 | 1978 Seat 133 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-450 | 133 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2030 mm |