1959 Holden FE vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 37 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 280 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 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FE | Levante |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |