1959 Holden FE vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
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, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
