1965 Holden EH vs. 1998 Honda Civic

To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.

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, 1998 Honda Civic, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic 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 1998 Honda Civic
Make Holden Honda
Model EH Civic
Year Released 1965 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2930 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm


 

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