1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 19 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, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa 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:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Visa | EH |
Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |