1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1959 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |