1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 154 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
