1966 Holden EH vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 Holden EH. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | EH | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
