1959 Holden FE vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 13 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 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 130 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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FE | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
