1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 734 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
