1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 17 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, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Delta 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:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1964 Holden EH | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Delta | EH |
Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |