1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750.
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 Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |
