1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 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) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2207 kg more than 1959 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 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:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 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 | 445 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |
