1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 408 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Zodiac | Monaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |