1956 Holden FE vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 54 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1066 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Holden FE 2010 Toyota Highlander
Make Holden Toyota
Model FE Highlander
Year Released 1956 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2166 cc 3300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 2046 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2789 mm


 

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