1959 Holden FE vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 12 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 315 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | FE | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
