1968 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | 17 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |