1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Graduate | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
