1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 31 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
