1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1907 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 Expedition 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 Expedition 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 106 L |
