1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 61 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
