1965 Holden EH vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | EH | SP |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
