1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 526 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 132 L |
