1967 Holden HR vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HR | Altima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
