1965 Holden EH vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 48 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | EH | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
