1986 Holden Camira vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camira | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
