1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 276 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 133 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |