1965 Holden EH vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | EH | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1870 mm |