1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 439 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Zodiac | Berlina |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |