1966 Holden EH vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 45 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 359 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | EH | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2911 mm |