1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 134 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
