1965 Holden EH vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 40 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Tigra 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 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | EH | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
