1959 Holden FE vs. 1991 Nissan Presea

To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 32 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, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1991 Nissan Presea, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Holden FE 1991 Nissan Presea
Make Holden Nissan
Model FE Presea
Year Released 1959 1991
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2166 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2510 mm


 

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