1959 Holden FE vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 29 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Holden | Westfield |
| Model | FE | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
