1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2742 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 3282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 167 L |