1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
