1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 610 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
