1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Galaxie 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 1972 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Galaxie |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3080 mm |