1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1965 Holden EH 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 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | EH |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
