1964 Holden EH vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
