1959 Holden FE vs. 1969 Seat 1500
To start off, 1969 Seat 1500 is newer by 10 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, 1969 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1500 weights approximately 180 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1969 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | FE | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
