1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
