1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 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 (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |
