1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 474 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Falcon |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |