1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2706 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 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:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 3490 mm |
