1966 Holden EH vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | EH | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
