1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2550 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 3060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 167 L |
