1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 69 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Zephyr | Torana |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
