1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Zodiac | Barina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2250 mm |
