1964 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Falcon | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | i30 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1409 kg |
