1959 Holden FE vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Subaru Coupe is newer by 22 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, 1981 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Because 1959 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe. 1981 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | FE | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
