1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 628 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
