1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 214 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1800 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 106 L |