1959 Holden FE vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FE | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |