1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |