1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 33 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, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1, 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 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | A1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2469 mm |
