1958 Holden FE vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 44 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2002 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1958 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
