1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |