1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veloster (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veloster, 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4219 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
