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1.

If ‘T’ is torque(in Nm) and ‘N’ is speed(in rpm) then the required expression for Brake power ‘B.P’ in kWs is _________(a) 2πNT/6000(b) 2πNT/60000(c) πNT/6000(d) πNT/60000This question was addressed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.Query is from Performance of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct OPTION is (b) 2πNT/60000

To EXPLAIN I WOULD SAY: The required EXPRESSION is B.P = 2πNT/60000.

2.

What was the initial pricetag of ‘Tata Nano’ a city car by Tata Motors?(a) Rs.1,50,000(b) Rs.1,00,000(c) Rs.2,50,000(d) Rs.2,00,000The question was posed to me during a job interview.Enquiry is from Description of Automobiles in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT option is (b) Rs.1,00,000

For explanation: TATA Nano came into MARKET with an initial PRICETAG of 1,00,000 INDIAN rupees.
3.

What are ‘Wings’ of a vehicle?(a) Spoilers at the front of a vehicle(b) Spoilers at the rear of a vehicle(c) Spoilers at the sides of a vehicle(d) Spoilers at the top of a vehicleI got this question during an interview.My query is from Parts of an Automobile in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT option is (b) Spoilers at the rear of a vehicle

Easy EXPLANATION: Spoilers located at the rear of a vehicle are known as Wings. These wings are used to GENERATE downforce at the vehicle. This force acts downward on the vehicle which KEEPS the vehicle on the TRACK.
4.

Why is the term ‘Cabriolet’ used for a car?(a) Because of non-foldable roof(b) Because of foldable roof(c) Because it is a coupe(d) Because it has Higher ground clearanceThe question was asked during an internship interview.My question is taken from Automobiles Classification topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct choice is (b) Because of foldable roof

To ELABORATE: A cabriolet MEANS ‘a CAR with a foldable roof.’ So a cabriolet may have any

number of seats and it may have HIGHER ground clearance but it should have a foldable roof. Coupe cars have a fixed roof and two DOORS.

5.

A delivery van falls under the category of which type of vehicles.(a) Heavy passenger vehicles(b) Light passenger vehicles(c) Heavy goods vehicles(d) Light goods vehiclesThe question was asked in final exam.My query is from Automobiles Classification in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT choice is (d) LIGHT GOODS vehicles

Best explanation: A delivery van is a light goods VEHICLE.
6.

Which of these is not necessary for the description of an automobile?(a) Type(b) Capacity(c) Colour(d) ModelThis question was addressed to me in an international level competition.My doubt is from Description of Automobiles in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct answer is (c) Colour

Explanation: Colour is not a necessary factor to describe an automobile because colour does not IMPACT on the performance of an automobile. The performance of an automobile DEPENDS UPON the type, CAPACITY and Model of that automobile.

7.

The torque available at the contact between road and driving wheel is called _________(a) Brake power(b) Friction power(c) Tractive effort(d) Engine torqueI got this question in quiz.The doubt is from Performance of an Automobile in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT choice is (c) Tractive effort

The best EXPLANATION: The torque between ROAD and wheel is called tractive effort. Tractive effort is used to describe the pulling CAPABILITY of an automobile. The tractive force is inversely proportional to the velocity of the vehicle.
8.

What is the power delivered by the engine to the crankshaft called?(a) Shaft power(b) Horse power(c) Brake power(d) None of the mentionedThis question was posed to me in an interview for internship.This question is from Performance of an Automobile topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (C) Brake POWER

For explanation: The total power delivered by the engine to the crankshaft is called Brake power. It can also be defined as the difference between INDICATED power and FRICTION power.

9.

Gradient resistance for a vehicle depends on which of the following factors?(a) Weight of the vehicle(b) Size of the vehicle(c) Width of tyres(d) Speed of the vehicleThe question was asked in a job interview.My doubt is from Performance of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct choice is (a) Weight of the vehicle

To EXPLAIN I WOULD SAY: Gradient resistance DEPENDS on weight of the vehicle.

10.

A ‘bucket seat’ can accomodate how many persons?(a) One(b) Two(c) Four(d) None of the mentionedThis question was posed to me in an interview for job.My doubt stems from Parts of an Automobile topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT option is (a) One

The best EXPLANATION: A bucket SEAT can accomodate only a SINGLE passenger.
11.

Most of the ______________ vehicles have automatic transmission.(a) Indian(b) Japanese(c) American(d) BritishThe question was asked in homework.The doubt is from Automobiles Classification in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT answer is (C) American

For EXPLANATION: Most american vehicles are of automatic TRANSMISSION type.
12.

Which one of these is a Sports car?(a) BMW X6(b) Mercedes-Benz S-Class(c) Audi A6(d) Porsche 911I have been asked this question in an internship interview.This intriguing question comes from Automobiles Classification in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right answer is (d) Porsche 911

The BEST explanation: Porsche 911 is a two doored SPORTS car which is REAR engined. In Porsche

911, the engine is placed on the rear of the vehicle. It has independent SUSPENSION which makes this car very comfortable.

13.

Abbreviation HEVs stands for what(a) Highly Efficient Vehicles(b) Hybrid Electric Vehicles(c) Highly Economic Vehicles(d) Highly Engineered VehiclesThe question was posed to me in an online interview.I need to ask this question from Automobiles Classification topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right option is (b) Hybrid ELECTRIC VEHICLES

The explanation: Hybrid Electric Vehicles are ALSO known as HEVS.

14.

For an average type of road surface what percentage of vehicle’s weight constitutes rolling resistance?(a) 5 to 10%(b) 1 to 2%(c) 2 to 5%(d) 0 to 3%The question was asked at a job interview.The doubt is from Performance of an Automobile topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct choice is (B) 1 to 2%

The EXPLANATION: On an average ROAD surface rolling resistance is 1 to 2% of vehicle’s weight.

15.

Power to weight ratio for high performance cars can range up to _______(a) 150(b) 190(c) 230(d) 280I had been asked this question in class test.Origin of the question is Performance of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct CHOICE is (c) 230

Easiest explanation: The RATIO of power to weight of high performance CARS can RANGE as high as 230.

16.

A _____ is a horizontal surface at the back of a car and serves as a lid to the trunk.(a) Trunktop(b) Deck(c) Hood(d) BacklightI got this question at a job interview.My question comes from Parts of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (b) DECK

The best explanation: The COMPONENT that serves as a LID on the TRUNK is called ‘Deck’.

17.

In Automobile, what does SUV stand for?(a) Sport Utility Vehicle(b) Sub-urban Utility Vehicles(c) Short Urban Vehicles(d) Super Utility VehiclesI have been asked this question by my school principal while I was bunking the class.Query is from Automobiles Classification topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (a) Sport Utility Vehicle

The best EXPLANATION: SUV stands for Sport Utility Vehicle. SUVs are generally large VEHICLES with higher ground clearance. These types of vehicles have more power and are DESIGNED for both rough surfaces and CITY roads.

18.

Two door and four door type automobiles are classified as _______(a) Sedan(b) Convertible(c) Special purpose vehicles(d) Pick upsThis question was posed to me at a job interview.This question is from Automobiles Classification in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Correct CHOICE is (a) Sedan

The BEST I can explain: 2 DOOR and 4 door type VEHICLES are classified as Sedan.

19.

Ford started production of his model ‘T’ car with an initial run of how many vehicles(a) 15000(b) 6000(c) 2000(d) 20000The question was asked during an interview for a job.This intriguing question originated from Introduction and History in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct CHOICE is (d) 20000

To explain I would say: Model’T’ CARS were the FIRST assembly line produced cars and STARTED with an initial run of 20000 UNITS.

20.

Mercedes-Benz E Class is ______(a) A compact minivan(b) An estate car(c) An executive car(d) A compact executive carI got this question during an online interview.Query is from Description of Automobiles in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT choice is (C) An executive CAR

To EXPLAIN: Mercedes-Benz E CLASS is considered an executive mid-luxury car.
21.

A Roadster is a convertible with how many seats?(a) One(b) Two(c) Four(d) SixI have been asked this question in examination.Asked question is from Description of Automobiles topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct CHOICE is (B) TWO

Explanation: A Roadster is a two seater CONVERTIBLE CAR.

22.

An automobile chassis does not include which one of the following parts?(a) Shock absorbers(b) Steering system(c) Differential(d) BrakesThis question was posed to me in final exam.My query is from Parts of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (c) Differential

Easy explanation: A ‘differential’ is a component of the TRANSMISSION system. Differential provides DIFFERENT SPEED to both of the wheels. Due to this, the skidding of the wheels are prevented.

23.

The loads supported by an automobile frame are _____(a) Weight of the body, passengers and cargo loads(b) Torque from engine and transmission(c) Sudden impacts from collisions(d) All of the mentionedThis question was posed to me in a job interview.This key question is from Parts of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct choice is (d) All of the mentioned

Explanation: Frame of an automobile supports the WEIGHT of the BODY, passengers and cargo LOADS. There are different types of frames which are used to support the weight of the automobile PARTS.

24.

If ‘V’ is vehicle speed(in metres/min) and ‘R’ is radius of driving wheel(in metres) then the rpm of the driving wheel is given by _______(a) rpm = V/2πR(b) rpm = 2πV/R(c) rpm = πR/V(d) rpm = πV/RThis question was posed to me at a job interview.This question is from Performance of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT CHOICE is (a) RPM = V/2πR

The EXPLANATION is: The rpm of the driving wheel can be expressed as rpm = V/2πR.
25.

Which of these were or are used in automobiles to provide suspension?(a) Leaf springs(b) Coil springs(c) Torsion bars(d) All of the mentionedThe question was asked in quiz.This intriguing question originated from Parts of an Automobile topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT choice is (d) All of the MENTIONED

Explanation: All the three mentioned are TYPES of suspension systems.
26.

An upraised part on the hood which directs the air flow into the engine compartment is called _____(a) Spoiler(b) Hotpipe(c) Hood scoop(d) WingsThe question was posed to me at a job interview.The above asked question is from Parts of an Automobile topic in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT choice is (c) Hood scoop

To explain: Hood scoop makes a channel of AIR to FLOW into the ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
27.

Load per axle for a vehicle can be reduced by which of the following methods.(a) By increasing distance between the axles(b) By increasing the number of tyres(c) By increasing the number of axles(d) By decreasing the length of an axleThe question was posed to me during an interview.Question is taken from Automobiles Classification in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct OPTION is (C) By increasing the number of AXLES

Explanation: Load per axle can be reduced by increasing the number of axles.

28.

Which of these is a compact executive car?(a) Mercedes-Benz S Class(b) Audi A8(c) Audi A4(d) Mercedes-Benz E ClassThe question was posed to me during an interview.I would like to ask this question from Description of Automobiles topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (C) Audi A4

Explanation: Audi A4 is a compact executive car.

29.

‘Volkswagen Polo’ is a _______(a) Ultra-compact car(b) Sub-compact car(c) Compact car(d) Executive carThis question was addressed to me in final exam.This interesting question is from Description of Automobiles in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right answer is (B) Sub-compact CAR

To EXPLAIN: VOLKSWAGEN Polo is a sub-compact car.

30.

The central portion of the wheel is called _______(a) Rim(b) Scale(c) Hub(d) AxleThis question was addressed to me in an international level competition.This key question is from Parts of an Automobile topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT CHOICE is (C) Hub

Easy EXPLANATION: The central portion of the wheel is called ‘hub’.
31.

The electrical system of an automobile contains which of the following?(a) Battery(b) Alternators(c) Lighting systems(d) All of the mentionedThe question was posed to me in an online quiz.Query is from Parts of an Automobile topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The CORRECT CHOICE is (d) All of the mentioned

Easy EXPLANATION: BATTERY, alternators and lighting systems are the major electrical components of an AUTOMOBILE.

32.

A 4*2 drive vehicle implies that(a) It has 4*2=8 wheels(b) It has 2 auxiliary wheels and 4 drive wheels(c) It has 4 wheels out of which 2 are drive wheels(d) None of the mentionedThe question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.Question is from Introduction and History in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct CHOICE is (c) It has 4 wheels out of which 2 are DRIVE wheels

For explanation: If MENTIONED as a*b drive, ‘a’ REPRESENTS number of wheels and ‘b’ represents number of drive wheels.

33.

The transmission system transmits _________ from engine to wheels.(a) Speed(b) Power(c) Current(d) PressureThis question was posed to me in my homework.My question is based upon Parts of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right option is (b) Power

Easy explanation: Power from ENGINE to wheels cannot be directly transmitted. So the transmission SYSTEM transmits the power from engine to wheels in a very controlled manner. Generally, the transmission system consists of gears which provides different TYPES of GEAR ratios.

34.

Rolling resistance doesnot depend on which of the following factors?(a) Load on each road wheel(b) Radius of driving wheel(c) Wheel inflation pressure(d) Nature of road surfaceThe question was asked in examination.I'd like to ask this question from Performance of an Automobile in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right OPTION is (b) Radius of driving wheel

Easiest EXPLANATION: Rolling RESISTANCE does not DEPEND on radius of driving wheel.

35.

Which of these falls under LMV(Light Motor Vehicle) category based on capacity?(a) Motorbikes(b) Cars(c) Buses(d) TrainsThis question was addressed to me during an interview.My question is from Automobiles Classification topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Correct choice is (b) CARS

Explanation: Cars and jeeps are Light Motor VEHICLES BASED on their CAPACITY.

36.

In 1832 who patented first 3-speed Transmission(a) W.H.James(b) Rudolf Diesel(c) Richard Trevithick(d) William FordI have been asked this question during an interview for a job.This intriguing question comes from Introduction and History topic in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right answer is (a) W.H.James

For EXPLANATION: W.H.James patented the first 3-speed TRANSMISSION in ENGLAND.

37.

Trucks and Buses use which type of fuel?(a) Petrol(b) LPG(c) CNG(d) DieselI have been asked this question in final exam.This is a very interesting question from Introduction and History topic in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (d) DIESEL

The EXPLANATION is: Diesel fuel is used in HEAVY vehicles like TRUCKS and buses.

38.

The lid that covers the engine top in a car and situated at the front is called ________(a) Gill(b) Softtop(c) Bonnet(d) SpoilerThis question was posed to me in an internship interview.I'd like to ask this question from Parts of an Automobile topic in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (C) BONNET

Easy explanation: The hinged lid covering the ENGINE is CALLED ‘Bonnet’ or ‘hood’.

39.

‘Maruti 800’ is a _________(a) Sub-compact car(b) Compact car(c) City car(d) Sports carI have been asked this question during an online exam.Question is taken from Description of Automobiles in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right option is (c) City CAR

Easiest EXPLANATION: ‘Maruti 800’ is a sub-urban city car.

40.

First car arrived in India in which year(a) 1890(b) 1893(c) 1897(d) 1901This question was posed to me during an internship interview.Asked question is from Introduction and History topic in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT CHOICE is (C) 1897

Explanation: In 1897 first car arrived in india.
41.

BMW is a leading German engine and automobile manufacturing company. Here BMW is an abbreviation for(a) British Motor Works(b) Bayerische Motoren Werke(c) Bayerische Machine Werke(d) Bright Motor WorksI have been asked this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Question is from Automobiles Classification topic in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT answer is (b) Bayerische Motoren Werke

The best I can explain: The FULL form of BMW is Bayerische Motoren Werke.
42.

Hindustan Motors Limited, Calcutta was setup in which year(a) 1950(b) 1945(c) 1943(d) 1942I got this question in a national level competition.The origin of the question is Introduction and History topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct option is (C) 1943

The EXPLANATION is: In 1943 and 1944 two automobile companies namely, HINDUSTAN Motors Limited, Calcutta and Premier Automobiles Limited, Bombay were setup in india.

43.

Why ‘Bumpers’ are used in cars?(a) To reduce the impact in case of low speed collisions(b) To improve the aerodynamics of a car(c) To increase the engine performance(d) None of the mentionedI have been asked this question in unit test.Query is from Parts of an Automobile in chapter Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The CORRECT ANSWER is (a) To reduce the impact in case of low SPEED collisions

Easy explanation: Bumpers reduce the impact of collision and SAVE the passengers from getting INJURED.

44.

A conventional suspension system uses which of these?(a) Leaf Springs(b) Coil Springs(c) Torsion bars(d) None of the mentionedI had been asked this question in a national level competition.The origin of the question is Introduction and History in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right option is (a) LEAF Springs

To explain I would say: Leaf Spring is used in CONVENTIONAL suspension systems. It is also called laminated spring because it has layers of METALS in ELLIPTICAL or in semi-elliptical shapes.

45.

One Horse Power(H.P) is approximately equal to _____ Watts.(a) 810(b) 545(c) 634(d) 746I had been asked this question in a job interview.Enquiry is from Performance of an Automobile topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» RIGHT CHOICE is (d) 746

Best EXPLANATION: 1 H.P = 746 WATTS.
46.

The value of coefficient of air resistance for average cars is approximately equal to __________(a) 0.32(b) 0.032(c) 0.0032(d) 1.32The question was posed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.Origin of the question is Performance of an Automobile topic in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (c) 0.0032

For explanation I would SAY: For average cars, VALUE of COEFFICIENT of air resistance is approx 0.0032.

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If ‘k’ is coefficient of air resistance, ‘A’ is frontal area projected by the vehicle in square metres and ‘V’ is vehicle speed(in km/h) then the expession for air resistance ‘A.R’ on the vehicle is _________(a) A.R = k*A*V^2(b) A.R = k*A*V^3(c) A.R = 2k*A*V(d) A.R = k*A*VThis question was posed to me in exam.Question is from Performance of an Automobile in portion Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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The correct ANSWER is (a) A.R = k*A*V^2

Explanation: The correct expression for AIR RESISTANCE is A.R = k*A*V^2.

48.

Which of the following is not a part of the transmission system?(a) Clutch(b) Axles(c) Wheels(d) Gear boxThe question was asked in a job interview.The doubt is from Parts of an Automobile in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Right option is (C) Wheels

To elaborate: TRANSMISSION SYSTEM is used to transmit the POWER from engine to wheels. Transmission system consists of gears, and clutches to transmit the power at different gear ratios. Wheels are considered as a PART of the automobile chassis.

49.

In which year was the first automobile built?(a) 1759(b) 1769(c) 1785(d) 1790I have been asked this question in an online quiz.The doubt is from Introduction and History topic in section Introduction of Automobile Engineering

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Correct choice is (B) 1769

Explanation: In 1769, the first automobile was built by French engineer Nicholas Cugnot. The ENGINE was POWERED by steam. He was the first person who converted the reciprocating motion of the steam piston into ROTARY motion.

50.

Ford Falcon is an example of _________(a) Australian muscle car(b) American muscle car(c) Luxury vehicle(d) None of the mentionedThis question was addressed to me in an interview for job.Origin of the question is Description of Automobiles in division Introduction of Automobile Engineering

Answer» CORRECT CHOICE is (a) AUSTRALIAN MUSCLE car

The explanation is: Ford FALCON is an australian muscle car.