1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |