1963 Holden EJ vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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, 1975 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 162 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EJ | Celica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
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 | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |