1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1970 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 694 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Falcon | Universal |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |