1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 1973 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 542 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat X1-9 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat X1-9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | X1-9 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
