1965 Holden EH vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 42 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | EH | Accent |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
