1959 Holden FE vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 15 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 4 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
