1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Falcon | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
