1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
