1965 Holden EH vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 237 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EH | Celica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |