1959 Holden FE vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 23 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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 218 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | FE | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
