1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 782 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 106 L |
