1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Fairlane | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |