1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2964 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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 1962 Fiat 500. 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 (759 Nm) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 167 L |