1956 Holden FE vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Holden FE 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 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Titan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
