1959 Holden FE vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 19 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 450 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | FE | Century |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
