1965 Holden EH vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 42 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, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EH | Prius |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |