2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 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 41 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda 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:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | EH |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
