1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 426 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 4.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
