1958 Holden FE vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 51 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FE | Frontier |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |