1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 555 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | EH |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2930 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
