1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 11 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 151 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 1971 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1971 Holden Torana | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Zodiac | Torana |
Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |