1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
