1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2755 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 3240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 167 L |