1966 Holden HD vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 30 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden HD | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Holden | Venturi |
Model | HD | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |