1966 Holden HD vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 47 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 55 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | HD | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
