1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2117 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |
