1965 Holden EH vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 12 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 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | 121 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
