1963 Holden EJ vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 39 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | EJ | Exige |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
