1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 750 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |