1965 Holden EH vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 23 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 62 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1988 Suzuki Alto, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | EH | Alto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2180 mm |
