1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1965 Holden EH is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Abarth | Holden |
Model | 2400 | EH |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |