2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | F-150 | 131 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 411 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2546 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2500 mm |