1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2597 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 167 L |
