1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Falcon | Croma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |