1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1967 Holden HR 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 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | HR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
