1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1494 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2002 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
