1958 Holden FE vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 48 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 367 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | FE | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
