1963 Holden EJ vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, both 1963 Holden EJ and 1963 Lancia Flavia were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 54 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Holden EJ 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 1963 Holden EJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | EJ | Flavia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |