1966 Holden HD vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 24 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | HD | Celica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
