1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Falcon | Zeta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 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 |