1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Excursion |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 167 L |