1959 Holden FE vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 382 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | FE | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
