1965 Holden EH vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 35 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, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider 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 | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | EH | Spider |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |