1956 Holden FE vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 53 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 213 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.
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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FE | S2000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |