1959 Holden FE vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 36 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, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | FE | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |