1959 Holden FE vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 44 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 640 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 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
