1958 Holden FE vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 415 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 1958 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FE | Solara |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |