1963 Holden EJ vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 279 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | EJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
