1964 Holden EH vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 21 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 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Holden EH is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | EH | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
