1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 912 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
