1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Explorer |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |