1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 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 Explorer (330 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
