1959 Holden FE vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 520 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 CR-V 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 CR-V 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FE | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |