1964 Holden EH vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 328 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | EH | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2928 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
