1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 473 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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, 1996 Mazda 121, 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 (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 121 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
