1956 Holden FE vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 57 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1085 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
