1965 Holden EH vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | EH | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1820 mm |