1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 171 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 1991 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 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Falcon | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
