1972 Ford Torino vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 6 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 409 kg more than 1966 Holden HD.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Torino | HD |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |