1973 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Falcon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2838 mm |