1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |