1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1500 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 397 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |