1959 Holden FE vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 375 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
