1958 Holden FE vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 520 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FE | UTE |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
