2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Expedition | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
