1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 979 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
