1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 528 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham 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 1969 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Echo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
