2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
