1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 136 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 4007 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |