1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 57 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Zodiac | EJ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
