1959 Holden FE vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 235 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | FE | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
