1958 Holden FE vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 50 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, 2008 Peugeot Partner (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 195 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, 2008 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | FE | Partner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
