1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 32 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 1997 Fiat Duna, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Duna 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:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Duna | EH |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |