1965 Holden EH vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | EH | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
