1959 Holden FE vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 477 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, 1996 Volvo 850, 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | FE | 850 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |