1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2115 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.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500. 2010 Ford Expedition 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. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 127 L |