1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1974 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Cortina | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cortina | HD |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |