1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 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 | 480 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3070 mm |
