2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |