1966 Holden EH vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Carol has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Carol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | Carol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
