1965 Holden EH vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 31 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 25 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Coupe 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:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | EH | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
