1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cortina | Berlina |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |