1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cabriolet | Expedition |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |