1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |