1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2064 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 167 L |
