1959 Holden FE vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | FE | T700 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
