1956 Holden FE vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 530 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 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | FE | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
