1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |