1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova, 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, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Nova |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
