1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 47 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1464 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.
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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
