1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3490 mm |
