1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1963 Ford Zodiac is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 290 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Zodiac | FC |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
