1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 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 (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 396 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 700 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:
1966 Abarth 700 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 700 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 106 L |