1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 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 191 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 705 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
