1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | HD |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |