1958 Holden FE vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 47 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, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 890 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 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FE | Retona |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| 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 | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
