1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 41 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
