2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
