1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 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 172 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1469 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
