1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2075 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 126 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 127 L |