1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
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, 1998 Lancia Zeta, 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 (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
