2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
