1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2234 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. 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 1963 Fiat Berline. 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 167 L |
