1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2326 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3490 mm |
