1956 Holden FE vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1214 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Holden | Hummer |
| Model | FE | H3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
