USA vs USA — 1948 vs 1993
| F-1 F-1 Pickup | F-150 SVT Lightning (2nd Gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 380 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 450 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,917 cc | 5,409 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 0.0 sec | 5.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 75 mph | 146 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 0.0 sec | 13.4 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,845 mm | 3,327 mm |
| Length | 4,902 mm | 5,499 mm |
| Units Produced | — | 20,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $60,000 | $55,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 4/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1948 Ford F-1 F-1 Pickup brings quicker acceleration to the table, and the 1993 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning (2nd Gen) answers with more power, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Ford F-1. The 1948 and 1993 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1993 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning (2nd Gen) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 380 hp compared to 100 hp, a 280-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ford F-1 uses a V8 L-head Flathead displacing 3,917 cc, while the Ford F-150 relies on a V8 SOHC 16V Supercharged with 5,409 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1948 Ford F-1 F-1 Pickup edges ahead at 0.0 seconds versus 5.2 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.