1959 Holden FE vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 45 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 910 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 1959 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2004 Renault Espace 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. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FE | Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2188 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
