1966 Holden EH vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1966 Holden EH is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 325 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1956 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1956 Volvo P 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | EH | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |