2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Fiorino | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |