1959 Holden FE vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 740 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3270 mm |
