1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 12 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1977 Chrysler 1610 has manual transmission. 1977 Chrysler 1610 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:
1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | 1610 | EH |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |