1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1978 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 522 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
