1975 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Seat 127, 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 127 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 127 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2838 mm |