1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 35 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Micra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
