1959 Holden FE vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1967 Nissan Cedric is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Cedric (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
