2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Zastava 132
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 132. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Zastava 132. 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 1975 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Falcon | 132 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
