1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1981 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |