2010 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Ford E-350 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-350 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | E-350 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
