1970 Ford Capri vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 97 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | HD |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
