1963 Holden EJ vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 74 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | EJ | Beta |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |