1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 591 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | 1700 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
