1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 78 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
