1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Berlina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |