1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Berlina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |