1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 41 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
