1965 Holden EH vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 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 11 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Holden EH.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 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 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | EH | 406 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |