1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2742 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 167 L |
