1962 Fiat Berline 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 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Berline | EH |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |