1999 Ford Ka vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 18 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Ka, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
