1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1967 Fiat 2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1964 Holden EH | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 2300 | EH |
Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |