1963 Holden EJ vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 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 219 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EJ | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |