1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 336 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
