1956 Holden FE vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | FE | Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
