1959 Holden FE vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1978 Tatra T613 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 712 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 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Holden | Tatra |
Model | FE | T613 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |