1959 Holden FE vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 120 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 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FE | X90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
