1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 41 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 155 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Carens |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |