1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 397 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
