1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 70 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
