1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 832 kg more than 1959 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
