1973 Audi Asso vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Asso | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
