1959 Holden FE vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 40 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FE | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
