1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1942 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
