1959 Holden FE vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 21 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, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | FE | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
