1966 Holden EH vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, both 1966 Holden EH and 1966 MG 1100 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 47 more horse power than 1966 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1966 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 MG 1100, 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | EH | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
